A second voice, softer, wishes to be heard during this first chapter. It represents the illusory plenitude of the traveler, who has joined him on his journey of life until that day. It observes the state of passivity and denial that he displays, making him ignore the pain and denial that he hides within himself.
The first voice, revolted by this contemplative state, resurfaces in an angry tone and pushes the traveler to free himself from his chains.
lyrics
Opaque eyes on my smiling face
Denying the mess growing inside
I enjoy the outer world
And its beautiful lies
Ignoring the pain spreading inside
Numb fingers on my shaking hands
Neglecting the strain deep in my chest
I walk through this mundane place
And its deceptive light
Destroying my faith, dazing my mind
Parle, repens toi
Écoute ces voix dans ta tête
Ton âme n’est pas sourde
Fais face à toi-même
Délivre toi du mal
De celui qui anime ton corps
Réveille celui qui hurle dans tes entrailles
La bête et l’agneau ne font qu’un
N’aie plus peur de ce que tu es
Accepte la vérité
Stop thinking you’re so stupid
To miss the truth of the feelings
That get you up in the evening
When you go down in the morning
I want to live
I want to breathe
Beyond this wall that is too thick
Dying inside because I am deaf
Confess your sins
The ignorant will remain blind
One cannot heal without a judgment
Of an eternity of lies
Open your eyes
credits
from The Fool,
released July 1, 2022
Lyrics: Aurélie Galland & Vilem
Drums programming: Mosbi
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